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Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Art Deco hotel with a fitness center and a sauna

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Property amenity
Family Room (Classic)
Meeting facility
Lobby
Property entrance
Located in Helsinki City Centre, Scandic Grand Central Helsinki welcomes travelers with a free breakfast buffet and inviting terrace. Recharge at the charming coffee shop, relax in the sauna after exploring, enjoy the garden, or stay connected with WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Classic Twin Room

Classic Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(162 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room (Classic)

Family Room (Classic)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Plus)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Plus)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room (Superior)

Family Room (Superior)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Family Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Plus King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Near a metro station, Scandic Grand Central Helsinki is in Helsinki City Centre, a walkable area in Helsinki with great shopping. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Kauppatori Market Square and Flamingo Entertainment Centre. Finnish Museum of Natural History and Helsinki Sky Wheel are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Guests love the hotel's central location.
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Vilhonkatu 13, Helsinki, 100

What's nearby

  • Stockmann - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Helsinki Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Senate Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Finlandia Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kauppatori Market Square - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Helsinki Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Rautatientori Station - 4 min walk
  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ooster - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Little Big Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie Grand - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Plaza H.U.B. - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Maya Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Hotel near Kauppatori Market Square
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and luggage storage
  • An elevator, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An off-leash area, a front-desk safe, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 491 rooms have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as perks like sound-insulated walls and free newspapers. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 36 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 26 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Portable shower seat
  • Raised toilet seat (17 inches high)
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1909
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 26 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 36 per day (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

Property is also known as

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki Hotel
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki Helsinki
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki Hotel Helsinki

Frequently asked questions

Is Scandic Grand Central Helsinki pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

As of Sept 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki on Oct 5, 2025 start from CA $162.27, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Scandic Grand Central Helsinki located?

Located in Helsinki City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of National Theater and Kauppatori Market Square. Grand Casino Helsinki and Ateneum Art Museum are also within 5 minutes. Rautatientori Station and Mikonkatu Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Scandic Grand Central Helsinki Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1306 out of 1810 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 1810 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1810 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1810 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1810 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yurina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beautiful exterior and rooms, and a delicious breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Young Choon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Amenities
Amazing hotel, room, and breakfast. Location could not have been better!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel right next to the rail station.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xinping

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Collora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite convenient to train station and port area. Very walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with beautiful surroundings, lovely modern room, friendly staff and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great location right next to the train station . Fantastic breakfast . No noise from the trains .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff are courteous and friendly. The location is excellent, and the premises are clean and safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ekaterina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern rooms, high quality breakfast. Location is perfect for Helsinki visit
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grigoriy Vladimir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, excellent staff and location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

bik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect for using train/tram to see the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsti Katriina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to everything in Helsinki - walkable but transit is very convenient too. Breakfast was amazing and our room was very clean and spacious. Nicely decorated.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All is great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

shana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

A friendly welcoming service, comfortable, large and well appointed room and a plentiful breakfast with lots of good choices. I will come to stay here again. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annikken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bery nice place 😇
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Very pleasant
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, exceptionally quiet and very cool architecture. Conveniently located right at the train station with connections to get all over Helsinki. A very nice buffet breakfast with lots of options. I’ll definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An exquisitely restored landmark designed by Eliel Saarinen. Excellent breakfast. Very comfortable and well-lit rooms. Easy to get to almost anywhere
The restored hall
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025